"I Couldn't Think Straight": Jennie Garth Opens Up About Years of Unexplained Brain Fog & Memory Issues

"I Couldn't Think Straight": Jennie Garth Opens Up About Years of Unexplained Brain Fog & Memory Issues

Author: Dr Daniel & Tana Amen June 15, 2026 Duration: 1:00:40

In this week's episode, Dr. Amen sits down with actress Jennie Garth. Six years ago, Jennie Garth was struggling with something she couldn't quite explain: brain fog, memory lapses, mental fatigue, and a growing fear that something wasn't right. Now, in a powerful and deeply personal conversation, Jennie sits down with Dr. Amen to uncover the science behind her symptoms, the surprising factors affecting her brain health, and the steps she took to reclaim her focus, energy, and confidence. From hormonal changes and stress to brain imaging and breakthrough solutions, this episode offers hope for anyone who has ever felt like they're not operating at their best. What caused Jennie's brain fog? What did Dr. Amen discover? And what can you do if you're experiencing the same symptoms? Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about brain health, healing, and getting your mind back. 


What if the small, daily decisions you make about food, thought patterns, and lifestyle are actively shaping your biology for better or worse? That’s the central exploration you’ll find within Change Your Brain Every Day, a conversation hosted by Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen. Moving beyond theory, this podcast delivers practical, actionable strategies rooted in clinical experience. Each episode feels like a direct consultation, where the Amens translate complex neuroscience into clear steps anyone can use. You’ll hear them discuss how specific habits influence conditions like anxiety, focus, and low mood, offering a tangible sense of agency over your own mental and physical well-being. The tone is both authoritative and deeply encouraging, stripping away the overwhelm that often accompanies health advice. Rather than promising a single miracle cure, the focus is on sustainable, incremental change-the kind that compounds over weeks and months to create lasting results. Tuning into this podcast is an investment in understanding the direct connection between your daily life and your brain’s health. It’s for anyone who feels stuck in unhelpful cycles or is simply curious about optimizing their mind. The Amens act as guides, providing the tools to not just manage symptoms, but to fundamentally reshape your approach to your own health journey, one day at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Dr. Daniel Amen's: 11 Simple Food Rules for a Healthy Brain & Body [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:40
Food is medicine, or it's poison. Knowing what to eat and having the discipline to stick to the plan are usually the biggest game-changers for improving the health of both your body and your brain. In this video, Dr. Ame…
Hijacked Brains: The Science of Addiction and How to Heal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:43
On this episode of Change Your Brain Every Day, host Dr. Daniel Amen sits down with renowned addiction expert Mark Gold for a powerful, eye-opening conversation about addiction—and why it has far more to do with brain he…
What Brings Out Judgmental Tendencies in People? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:51
Responsibility is one of Tana's favorite words because it's a word that helped her get through a difficult time in her life. However, many people tend to confuse the word 'responsibility' with 'blame', which can lead to…
Tarek El Moussa: Extreme Makeover Brain Health Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:53
On this week's episode of Change Your Brain Every Day, Dr. Amen sits down with real estate investor and TV personality Tarek El Moussa. Tarek came to see Dr. Amen 1-year ago and his brain was struggling. This episode is…
A Psychiatrist's Tips for Teaching Children Problem Solving Skills [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:29
As parents, we often care so much about our children's well-being that we will do whatever we can to make things easier for them. However, when we step in to fix our children's problems, are we helping them or hurting th…
EMDR: Getting Over Past Trauma for Good [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:13
This in throwback episode, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen first began their relationship, Tana was carrying past trauma from her past experiences. Daniel suggested a unique treatment method for getting over trauma, but Tana wasn…